Kuwait’s Digital Government Takes a Leap Forward with ZainTECH and Microsoft Collaboration

Summary:

1. The Azure Marketplace listing allows Kuwaiti government and business clients to easily purchase secure and compliant connectivity to Microsoft Azure.
2. ExpressRoute offers dedicated, low-latency connections to Microsoft data centers in the UAE and Europe, meeting Kuwait’s national laws and standards.
3. The partnership between Microsoft, ZOI, ZainTECH, and Zain Kuwait sets a new standard for cloud connectivity in Kuwait, facilitating digital modernization and transformation.

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   Revolutionizing Cloud Connectivity in Kuwait Through Azure Marketplace

   In a groundbreaking development for Kuwaiti government and business clients, the Azure Marketplace now offers a seamless way to acquire secure and compliant connectivity to Microsoft Azure. This listing streamlines access to top-tier cloud infrastructure, enabling quick and efficient procurement of services like ExpressRoute.

   ExpressRoute, with its dedicated, low-latency connection to Microsoft data centers in the UAE and Europe, caters to mission-critical workloads that demand high performance, improved security, and guaranteed data residency. This connectivity solution ensures compliance with Kuwait’s national laws and standards, providing a robust and reliable platform for digital operations.

   Andrew Hanna, CEO of ZainTECH, emphasizes the importance of digital transformation for governments and enterprises in Kuwait. The availability of ExpressRoute in the Azure Marketplace simplifies the procurement process, allowing organizations to leverage their existing agreements and credits to harness the power of Microsoft’s cloud services effectively.

   The collaboration between Microsoft, ZOI, ZainTECH, and Zain Kuwait sets a new benchmark for cloud connectivity in Kuwait, offering a quick, compliant, and user-friendly solution for digital modernization. By enabling the next generation of intelligent, cloud-enabled services, this partnership aligns with Kuwait’s larger digital modernization objectives and Vision 2035.

   ZainTECH, a regional provider of integrated digital solutions, leverages Zain Group’s ICT assets to deliver comprehensive digital services and solutions. With a focus on managed solutions across various technology domains, including cloud, cybersecurity, IoT, and emerging technologies, ZainTECH drives transformation for enterprise and government clients in the MENA region.

   Utilizing Zain’s infrastructure and regional presence in key markets, ZainTECH plays a pivotal role in advancing Zain’s goal of becoming a premier ICT and digital lifestyle products provider. By investing in growth verticals and maximizing the company’s assets, ZainTECH contributes to the evolution of Zain’s core telecom business and the digital transformation of the region.